Problem Solving
Enabling children to solve problems in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts is the ultimate aim of a mathematical curriculum. Pupils need to be able to identify, apply and make connections between mathematical concepts in order to achieve this.
The National curriculum emphasises the need for children to be able to solve problems, reason mathematically and use justification, argument and proof.
As John Mason has said, “A lesson without the opportunity for learners to use their powers, especially generalizing is not a mathematics lesson".
Our work with teachers aims to:
The National curriculum emphasises the need for children to be able to solve problems, reason mathematically and use justification, argument and proof.
As John Mason has said, “A lesson without the opportunity for learners to use their powers, especially generalizing is not a mathematics lesson".
Our work with teachers aims to:
- Motivate and inspire learners with activities that are accessible for all
- Support teachers in making problem solving central to all lessons
- Enable children to have access to high quality resources.